Lillian Ann Keith

Lillian Ann Stell Keith, lovingly known as “Lynne,” went home to be with her Heavenly Father on April 19, 2026. She was born on February 11, 1957, to Drennen Stell and Joyce Ann Stell-Krotzer. Lynne spent most of her life in Morris, Alabama, where she built a life full of love, family, and simple joys.

Lynne was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Tull Keith; her parents, Drennen Stell and Joyce Ann Stell-Krotzer; and her granddaughter, Leonor Schaefer.

She leaves behind a family who will forever carry her love in their hearts—her daughter, Jennifer Keith Mullinax (Chase), and her son, Michael Schaefer (Matilda) brothers, Edward Stell, Larry Stell, and Glenn Stell, all of Gardendale. Lynne was a proud and devoted grandmother to Allie Rasco, Brilee Rasco, Jolie Mullinax, Sadie Mullinax, Annie Mullinax, Haide Schaefer, Emelisa Schaefer, Aalyiah Schaefer, Mia Schaefer, Melvin Hurkes, Ceara Hurkes, and Rachel Dili, along with a host of nieces, nephews, dear friends who will miss her deeply.

Lynne was a warm and loving mother and grandmother who found her greatest joy in caring for her family. She loved spending time outdoors in the sunshine, working in her yard, and tending to her flowers and plants. Her home was filled with love, laughter, and the comfort of being together. Above all, she cherished every moment spent with those she loved.

For many years, Lynne proudly served as the City Clerk for the City of Tarrant, dedicating herself to her community with care and commitment.

Lynne’s life was a beautiful reminder of kindness, strength, and unconditional love. Though she is no longer with us, the love she gave so freely will continue to live on in each person whose life she touched. Her family finds comfort in knowing she is at peace and watching over them always.

A graveside funeral service will take place at Morris Cemetery on Thursday April 23, 2026, at 12:00pm. All services rendered by Ridout Funeral Home Gardendale Chapel 2029 Decatur Highway Gardendale, Alabama 35071